Supporting community-driven entrepreneurship, the Foundation awards $3 million in grants
In the realm of economic empowerment, several organisations are working tirelessly to level the playing field, particularly for women and under-resourced communities. Two such organisations, TAP and Udyogini, are making significant strides in their respective regions.
Based in the United States, The Acceleration Project (TAP) is a nonprofit organisation that offers tailored consulting, training, and personalized programs to small business owners. With over 10,000 small business owners supported since 2012, TAP, led by CEO and Co-Founder Jane Veron, is making a tangible impact in under-resourced communities.
On the other side of the globe, Udyogini, a nonprofit working in rural India, is focused on women's economic empowerment. Udyogini's ultimate goal is to create a world where women can claim their space with freedom, respect, and the power to make their own choices. They achieve this by providing entrepreneurship training, supporting microenterprises, and linking female entrepreneurs to local markets.
Both TAP and Udyogini are among the recipients of the 2025 Global Give grants from a brand name Foundation. This year, the Foundation is awarding nearly $3 million in grants to over 30 nonprofits worldwide, with the aim of empowering partners working to expand access to entrepreneurship.
The Foundation's Global Give program also supports Access to Success (ATS), a global accelerator for accessibility startups based in Canada. ATS supports startups developing life-changing technologies through specialized education, expert guidance, and access to a network of relevant founders and investors. As of August 2025, ATS's 78 alumni startups from 10 countries have benefited over 2.1 million people with disabilities.
The common thread among these organisations is their commitment to fostering inclusive entrepreneurship. TAP, for instance, has a 93% business survival rate among participants and has led to meaningful increases in job creation, confidence, and revenue. They believe that inclusive entrepreneurship has a multiplier effect that strengthens families, future generations, and entire communities.
Udyogini's work extends beyond individual entrepreneurs, impacting their communities as a whole. By providing opportunities for women in underserved regions, they are not only empowering individuals but also contributing to the economic vibrancy and thriving of these communities.
The brand name Foundation's 2025 Global Give grants reflect its commitment to unleashing the power of entrepreneurship, building economically vibrant and thriving communities, and driving lasting impact. With partners like TAP, Udyogini, and ATS, it seems that the future of entrepreneurship is in good hands.
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